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Sampling and Sequencing: Exploring Styles of Music Production
In the realm of music production, there are broadly two styles that producers adopt – ‘Sampling’ and ‘Sequencing’. In this article, we delve into the specifics of these techniques, their…
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The Art of MIDI Input: Pursuing a Human-Like Groove
Hello, everyone. Today, I’d like to discuss a critical element in music creation: the “groove”. More specifically, why merely inputting MIDI with a mouse fails to capture the true allure…
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Mixing Down Hip-Hop Beats: Basic Steps and Techniques
Creating hip-hop beats involves more than just laying down sounds. It requires appropriate mixing and mastering to ensure each sound fits perfectly together. This article aims to shed light on…
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Tips for Creating Tracks for Rap and Singing: Crafting a Space Where Vocals Shine
Music is like a complex puzzle, blending elements into a unified whole. When crafting tracks for rap or singing, it’s crucial to balance the beat and vocals to create harmony.…
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5 Steps to Craft Unique Hip-Hop Beats
Creating hip-hop beats is a creative process, and infusing your individuality into it helps distinguish your artist persona and deepen your connection with your audience. Here are five steps to…
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Loop-based Music: The Art of Adding and Subtracting Tracks
Hello to all music enthusiasts out there. Today, let’s delve into the world of loop-based music, particularly focusing on the technique of “adding and subtracting tracks”. How can we, through…
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Enriching Your Mix: Techniques to Increase Harmonics
Hello to all music production enthusiasts out there, today we are tackling a very special topic, that is “Techniques to Increase Harmonics in Mixing to Enrich Your Sound.”
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Simple Ways to Create a Fat Sound in Mixing
Hello, music enthusiasts! Today, we’re going to tackle the simple ways to create a fat sound in mixing. The so-called “fat” sound is a critical element sought after in the…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Transforming Non-Hip-Hop Beats into Hip-Hop Vibes
Hip-hop music is immediately recognizable by its characteristic beats and rhythms. However, not all beats fit seamlessly into the hip-hop genre. Yet, by employing certain techniques, even beats that initially…
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Multiband Compressors: A Quick Guide
Multiband compressors are versatile tools in sound engineering, allowing independent compression across multiple frequency bands (e.g., low, mid, high). This enables precise control over different parts of the audio spectrum.…
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I’m a beatmaker. Please tell me how to make MIDI tracks swing.
Adding swing to a MIDI track can make the rhythm feel more natural and groovy. Swing generally involves slightly offsetting the even divisions of the rhythm, usually eighth or sixteenth…
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I’m a beatmaker. Teach me how to use timestretch.
Time-stretching is a technique used to alter the tempo of an audio sample or track without affecting its pitch. This capability is often built into most Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs).…
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